UM Digos College - Peace Center

𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗚𝗜𝗖 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗠𝗦𝗨-𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗪𝗜

Gracious and Merciful Creator, in the wake of the tragic events in MSU - Marawi, we turn to you with hearts heavy with grief and aching for the families of the victims. We pray for your comforting presence to surround them, offering solace in their pain and strength in their moments of weakness. May your peace, which surpasses all understanding, be a balm to their wounded souls.

We lift up a collective plea for justice to prevail in the face of this senseless violence. Inspire leaders and authorities to work tirelessly towards accountability, transparency, and the restoration of peace. Grant them wisdom to navigate the complexities of such dark moments and guide their decisions towards justice that is fair and swift.

Lord, we beseech you to instill in the hearts of humanity a deep commitment to uphold the sanctity of life and to champion the cause of human rights. May compassion, empathy, and understanding replace hatred and violence in the narrative of our world. Strengthen our resolve to build a society where the rights and dignity of every individual are honored and protected.

In this time of mourning, let us stand united in the pursuit of a world where love triumphs over hate, and where the rights of all people are valued and respected. May your divine light guide us towards a future filled with peace, justice, and unwavering compassion. In your name, we pray. Amen.

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𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥, 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗘 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗞 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀

The seminar, "Let's Talk Human Rights and Safe Space: Empowering Youth Leaders in Building Safe Spaces through Human Rights Advocacy," scheduled for December 6, 2023, holds significant importance as it addresses the critical role of the newly elected Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Chairs in the City Government of Digos. Hosted by the UM Digos Peace Center in collaboration with the UMDC Center for Human Rights Education, this event is a collaborative effort to empower youth leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to champion human rights and cultivate safe spaces within their communities. By bringing together these emerging leaders, the seminar aims to bridge the gap between theoretical understanding and practical application, providing them with actionable insights and strategies that will contribute to fostering a culture of respect, inclusivity, and human rights awareness.

The partnership between the UM Digos Peace Center and the UMDC Center for Human Rights Education reflects a commitment to a holistic approach in nurturing informed and socially responsible leaders. The seminar leverages the expertise of both centers to create a comprehensive learning experience, combining insights from peacebuilding and human rights education. By conducting this seminar, we aspire to catalyze a positive transformation in the youth leaders of Digos, inspiring them to become advocates for change, promoters of peace, and champions of human rights within their respective spheres of influence.

𝗨𝗠 𝗗𝗜𝗚𝗢𝗦 𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗡𝗦 𝗔𝗖𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗩𝗜𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗧 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗬 - 𝗠𝗔𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗦

It is with deep sorrow and profound concern that the UM Digos Peace Center addresses the recent act of violence that transpired within the campus of the Mindanao State University - Main Campus today. We stand united in condemning this heinous act that has resulted in the loss of lives, injuries, and significant distress within the academic community.

The UM Digos Peace Center firmly believes in fostering an environment of safety, harmony, and academic pursuit. The senseless violence that occurred at the Mindanao State University contradicts the principles of peace, understanding, and cooperation that should prevail within our academic institutions. Along with its mandates, the Mindanao State University Main has been an iconic symbol for peace and solidarity among Muslims, Christians, and other cultural minorities in Mindanao.

We express our heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families affected by this tragic incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time. We extend our support to the Mindanao State University community as they grapple with the aftermath of this devastating event.

In times of adversity, it is crucial for us to come together as a community to support one another and stand against hate and violence. The UM Digos Peace Center reiterates its commitment to promoting dialogue, understanding, and non-violent resolution of conflicts. We call upon all members of the academic community to work collaboratively in creating an atmosphere that upholds the values of peace, respect, and unity. No cause can justify such barbaric acts of violence and bigotry against our Christian brethren, most of whom were students pursuing their education and believers that an academic institution shall be a safe space for everyone.

As we mourn the loss of lives and pray for the swift recovery of those injured, let us reaffirm our dedication to building a culture of peace within our educational institutions. The UM Digos Peace Center remains steadfast in its mission to contribute to the establishment of an environment where students, faculty, and staff can pursue knowledge and personal growth without fear of violence.

The UM Digos Peace Center stands in solidarity with the Mindanao State University community, offering our support and cooperation in any way necessary to assist in the healing process.

Let us remember that only through collective efforts and a commitment to peace can we overcome such challenges and build a brighter and more secure future for all.

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𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡: 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 📰🖋️🗣️

🌍 November 2, 2023 is set to commemorate the vital role journalists play in upholding truth and accountability — the '𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀.' As the fourth pillar of democracy, journalists play a crucial role in safeguarding our right to information and truth. Yet, many face threats, violence, and even death for doing their job. It's time to prioritize justice and safeguard the fundamental principles of journalism. 🎙️

On this day, let's collectively advocate for press freedom, raise awareness, and demand accountability for those responsible for crimes against journalists. Their work is essential to an informed society, and their safety should be a global priority. 📻 🎥

Join us in supporting this cause by sharing this post, using the hashtag , and standing for the values of press freedom and freedom of speech. 🕊️

𝘿𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙋𝙪𝙡𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙖 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙪𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙄𝙋 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙤𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙨 𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨

Today, the UM Digos - Human Rights Education Center in collaboration with CHR-Region XI Davao conducted a Voters` Education Seminar for IP students entitles "Katungod nimo ang mubutar." This is an activity in the celebration as well of the Indigenous People`s Month.

𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧

𝙀𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙋 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙯𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙪𝙛𝙛𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 2023 𝘽𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙆 𝙀𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨

Activity Name: 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝘂𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗮𝗿!!!: 𝗔 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀` 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲`𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆
Date: 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯
Time: 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠 - 𝟭𝟮:𝟬𝟬 𝗡𝗡
Venue: 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿

𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧

𝙀𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙋 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙯𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙪𝙛𝙛𝙧𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 2023 𝘽𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙆 𝙀𝙡𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨

Activity Name: 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝘂𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗮𝗿!!!: 𝗔 𝘃𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀` 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲`𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆
Date: 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯
Time: 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗔𝗠 - 𝟭𝟮:𝟬𝟬 𝗡𝗡
Venue: 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿

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Empowering IP youths in actively participating in the 2023 Barangay and SK Elections is not merely a matter of political representation but an essential step towards upholding democratic values and inclusivity. These young individuals represent a crucial demographic with unique cultural perspectives, deep connections to their communities, and a strong desire to contribute to their regions' development. By enabling their involvement in the electoral process, we ensure that their voices are heard, their needs are addressed, and their identities are respected within the broader framework of local governance.

Furthermore, promoting the participation of IP youths in the 2023 elections helps bridge historical gaps in representation and empowers these communities to have a more substantial impact on their destinies. It signifies a commitment to recognizing and preserving their distinct cultures, traditions, and ways of life, which are invaluable components of our national heritage. By engaging and empowering IP youths, we promote social cohesion and integration, fostering a sense of unity and shared responsibility within our diverse society. In doing so, we not only enrich our democracy but also lay the foundation for a more equitable and inclusive future where the rights and aspirations of all citizens, regardless of their cultural backgrounds, are respected and upheld.

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Happy teachers day to all teachers and educators out there. 💙 Special greetings from the UM Digos College Peace Center! 🕊

𝑻𝒐𝒅𝒂𝒚, 𝒘𝒆 𝒉𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒆𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒔 𝒘𝒉𝒐 𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒑𝒂𝒕𝒉 𝒕𝒐 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘𝒍𝒆𝒅𝒈𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒆 𝒇𝒖𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝒍𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆!

Sharing with everyone how UM Digos College, through its Peace Center, adheres to the Peaceable Teaching-Learning Process as per CMO 42, series of 2021. Our aim is to create a campus where diversity is continuously celebrated, dialogue is encouraged, and peace is promoted at every turn.

Happy Teachers Day!

October 2 marks the birth anniversary of 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐡𝐢 and the 𝐔𝐍'𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐨𝐧-𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞. Gandhi was an Indian activist and leader of the Indian Independence Movement against British Rule.

To learn more about how to say no to violence, you can visit this link: https://www.un.org/en/observances/non-violence-day 🏳️

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 | We've just wrapped up an incredible week of unity, dialogue, and delicious coffee at our event!

From the warm conversations over coffee, peace jams, keynote lectures, to the powerful discourses about achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the event is a reminder that change begins with a cup of coffee and a commitment to a better world.

Our Walk for Peace was a beautiful reminder that each step during this event brings us closer to SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. UM Digos College is one with the United Nations in striding toward achieving the UN Sustainable Goals, with the Campaign as one of our powerful steps forward this year. It’s an inspiring reminder that even if a world is sometimes divided by differences, the shared dream of peace can bring all of us together.

Thank you to all who joined us in making this event a memorable one. Let's carry the spirit of peace and sustainability forward, working together for a brighter, more equitable future! 🌟✨

Swipe through these photos and relive the moments of harmony and hope.

UM Digos College naki-usa sa '2023 International Peace Day'

DIGOS CITY — Naki-usa ang University of Mindanao Digos College (UMDC) sa 'International Peace Day' karong adlawa pinaagi sa pagpahigayon sa ilang 'CoPEACEtahan' nga dunay tema nga "a coffee-flavored peace celeb."

Tulo ka adlaw nga gisaulog sa tulunghaan ang tinuig nga aktibidad sugod pa niadtong Setyembre 18 ug gitapos pinaagi sa kulminasyon karong adlawa.

Pipila sa highlights sa selebrasyon mao ang gipangbutang nga mga pop-up shops nga nagabaligya og lamian nga kape, lakip ang nagkadaiyang kalingawan nga gi-andam alang sa mga magtutungha ug empleyado.

Natapos ang selebrasyon pinaagi sa Walk for Peace Campaign nga nagpahiuyon sa United Nations (UN) pinaagi sa ilang tema karong tuiga nga "Actions for Peace: Our Ambition for the Global Goals."

Tuig 1981 dihang gipakanaog sa UN ang resolusyon sa pag-obserba sa nga ginasaulog matag Setyembre 21. Tumong niini nga mapalig-on ang kahapsay ug kalinaw pinaagi sa pagpanday sa malungtaron ug malinawon nga komunidad.

Our distinguished peace partner and guest, Ms. Ghia Niña Calamba, RSW, the Legal Support Officer of Commission on Human Rights Region XI, is one with UM Digos College - Peace Center as we celebrate the International Peace Day today.

Calamba emphasized the key role of the academe in the peace process, by highlighting the “culture of empathy and compassion that transcends barriers” and to recognize “the efforts and sacrifices of individuals and groups working tirelessly to promote peace.”

Invited guest speaker Pastor Bernardo H. Quipit, Jr. from the Redeemed Emmanuel Church, calls on the school community to go beyond the definition of peace as “the absence of something undesirable” and to actively pursue its presence as something desired, through searching its sure and strong foundation through God.

VP-Branch Operations of UM Digos College, Dr. Tessie G. Miralles, affirmed the ongoing commitment of the university to hone its students, faculty, and staff to become “peacekeepers, peacemakers, and advocates of peace and human rights” through the UM Digos College - Peace Center and UM Digos - Human Rights Education Center.

𝐔𝐌 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐨𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐊𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐠𝐧

DIGOS CITY — In a heartwarming display of unity and harmony, UM Digos College commenced the celebration of International Peace Day with a spirited 𝑾𝒂𝒍𝒌 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑷𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝑪𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒊𝒈𝒏 in solidarity of United Nation’s theme this year: “Actions for Peace: Our Ambition for the .”

Key highlights of the campaign event included event registration and formation, community dance, and a lively Zumba session. Students, faculty, and staff of the university gathered and participated to promote a world filled with tranquility, positivity, and peace. The university’s peace day celebration is set to continue with various activities toward promoting peace and harmony for the rest of the day.

The Campaign is one of the suggested actions for peace by the United Nations to help raise awareness about peace and global goals. To read more about other actions for peace activities by the United Nations, visit this link: https://www.un.org/en/observances/international-day-peace/2023/action-guide

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT! 📣

TO ALL PARTICIPATING STUDENTS FOR THE FOLLOWING EVENTS:

📝 Essay Writing
🖌️ Poster Making
📜 Poem Writing

Get ready to bring your A-game and take on the challenge! Come to the Kitkat Village for a preliminary assembly today, September 21, 2023 at 9:30 AM for a contest briefer. The competition facilitator will provide instructions on the final venue.

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! See you at Kitkat Village at 9:30 AM sharp! 📍

🕊️✨Together for Peace and Human Rights with UM Digos - Human Rights Education Center ✨🕊️

Let's create a brighter future where we can both embrace peace and uphold human rights!

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𝗨𝗠 𝗗𝗜𝗚𝗢𝗦 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗛𝗨𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗥𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧𝗦 𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗠 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗼𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄, 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯.

𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗻𝗱, 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝘂𝗽𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀. 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀' 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲, 𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆, 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘂𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗱, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘆, 𝗶𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗲𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲, 𝗮𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘁. 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝘀, 𝗳𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀, 𝗮𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁, 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹.

𝗜𝗻 𝗮 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗹𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱, 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱, 𝘁𝗼 𝘂𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆. 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿, 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀, 𝗳𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘁. 𝗜𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘂𝗻𝘄𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲.

🌍 Join us for the Walk for Peace and Peace Day Culmination Event! 🕊️

Mark your calendars for tomorrow, September 21, 2023 and be a part of something beautiful. It's time to come together and walk for a brighter, more peaceful world. Step by step, together we can make a difference by actualizing this year’s theme: “Actions for Peace: Our Ambition for the .”

📍 Where: Assembly Area:UM Digos College
🗓️ When: September 21, 2023
🕒 Time: 4:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Spread the message of peace! Use and as you share your thoughts, photos, and experiences. Remember, your steps for peace matter!

See you there! 🌸✨

The OPAPRU is inviting everyone to join and attend the second OPAPRU Peace Education Summit this September 26-27, via Zoom Video Teleconference!

The theme for this year's conference is, "𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀"

To register in advance, scan the QR code below or click here:
https://peace-gov-ph.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdu6grj8qHdzf_mP0rehGtEjLkgzAlT0R

See you at the 2nd National Peace Education Summit!

Please refer to the photos for complete details.

🎵🌍✌️ PEACE JAMMERS, UNITE! Join us at the Hugyaw sa Kalinaw for a harmony-filled communal performance to celebrate International Peace Day! 🎶🕊️

We're calling all Peace Jammers to gather and spread the vibes of love, unity, and tranquility through the universal language of music and peace.

📅 Date: September 19-21, 2023
🕕 Time: 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Open Stage

Bring your instruments, your voices, and your passion for peace. Spread the word, invite your friends, and check out your schedule of performances below. 🕊️❤️

📣 HEADS UP, NSTP STUDENTS! Unleash Your Creativity for Peace! 🕊️

Here's your chance to make a difference and showcase your creative talents by participating in the Creative Slogan Making Contest.

📅 Submission deadline: September 20, 3:30 PM.

For more details, please see the information below.

This competition is exclusive to NSTP students only.

ANNOUNCEMENT! We are extending our event contest deadline! You now have until September 19, 2023, 5:00 PM to participate and seize your chance to win on some events:

🎨 Infographics
🎶 Songwriting
📷 Photojournalism

On the other hand, the following competitions will be conducted on the spot on September 21, 2023, during the culmination event:

📝 Essay Writing
🖌️ Poster Making
📜 Poem Writing

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to showcase your talents and creativity. Whether it's a photo contest, art competition, or any other exciting challenge, there's still time to join the fun and make your mark.

Hello everyone, please send your entries to [email protected].

Hurry, gather your entries, and submit them before the clock runs out! We can't wait to see your incredible submissions. Let the countdown to September 19th begin! ⏳✨

WE ARE THRILLED to unveil the lineup of incredible coffee pop-up shops and merchants joining us at 2023 CoPEACEtahan Event!

📅 Date: September 18-21, 2023
📍 Location: UM Digos College

Our International Day of Peace just got even more flavorful! Here's the list of amazing coffee shops brewing up a storm at our event:

☕ Poblacion Coffee
☕ Blend
☕ Cafétä Slowbar
☕ SECO

In the midst of chaos, a moment of calm can be found in the gentle aroma of freshly brewed coffee. Let the warm embrace of your favorite brew remind you that amidst diversity, there's unity. 🤎

Save the date and don't miss out on this caffeine-fueled experience. See you there! ☕👋

JOIN US for a weeklong celebration of peace, harmony, and unity! 🕊️🌟🌍

From September 18 to September 21, UM Digos College will be celebrating CoPEACEtahan with the theme, “a coffee-flavored peace celeb” in solidarity with the International Day of Peace. We are thrilled to announce a series of exciting competitions that will not only spread the message of peace but also bring out your creativity and compassion. Join us in promoting peace by joining these meaningful competitions below:

🎨 Infographic Challenge: Visualize your thoughts on peace in an engaging infographic. 🖼️ 📊

📝 Essay Writing Contest: Pen down your reflections on peace and its significance in our world.

🎶 Songwriting Competition: Let your melodies be the anthem of peace.

🖌️ Poster Making Challenge: Convey the essence of peace through your artistic skills.

📷 Photojournalism Contest: Capture moments that reflect the beauty of peace in our world.

📜 Peace Poetry Contest: Put your words to work for peace. Write a poem that inspires hope and tranquility.

Participate in one or all of these competitions to make a positive impact on this International Day of Peace. Let's spread love, tolerance, and acceptance through our creativity and compassion.

Please read through each competition’s guidelines carefully. Share this post with your friends and followers, and let's make a collective effort towards a more peaceful planet. 🌏🤝

With great pride and pleasure, We present to you the official logo of the UMDC Peace Center, a beacon of hope and inspiration in our journey towards a world filled with peace and understanding.

This remarkable logo has been carefully crafted, incorporating elements embodying peace's true spirit. Let us explore the symbolism behind this design.

DOVE - a powerful representation of peace, unity, and goodwill. Its graceful wings and gentle demeanor convey a message of harmony and solidarity.

LEAF - symbolizing growth, vitality, and renewal. As nature evolves, the leaf reminds us of the continuous journey toward peace and the ever-present need for nurturing and growth.

COLORS

HUE OF GOLDEN YELLOW - graces this design, radiating optimism, enlightenment, and joy. Its warm and rich tones infuse the logo with positivity and hope.

GREEN - a color that represents nature, balance, and harmony, stands alongside golden yellow. It signifies the interconnectedness of all living beings and serves as a gentle reminder to live in peace with our environment.

CIRCULAR ENCLOSURE - a symbol of unity, wholeness, and completeness. It signifies the interconnectedness of all individuals and nations, emphasizing the significance of collective efforts in achieving peace. A sense of protection is evoked within its enclosed space, creating an environment of safety and security.

This extraordinary logo embodies the values and aspirations of the UMDC Peace Center. It is a powerful reminder of our commitment to peace, unity, growth, and the harmonious coexistence of all.

UM DIGOS COLLEGE PEACE CENTER | MISSION

Through integrating peace education in the curriculum, research, and community extension, the UM Digos Peace Center provides creative and proactive learning spaces for knowledge-sharing to orient people on cultural and social differences to address prejudices, cultural inequalities, and internal divisions, and other conflict issues. We empower a critical mass of individuals to facilitate discourses on socially relevant issues in order to encourage transformation of conflicts and embracing of differences. We expand networks and linkages for collaboration among stakeholders to achieve a genuine culture of peace.

UM DIGOS COLLEGE PEACE CENTER | VISION

In 5 years, a critical mass of dynamic individuals from different sectors of the society are addressing prejudices, cultural inequalities, internal divisions, and other conflict issues through discourses and knowledge-sharing on peace and conflict, and capacity-building on transforming and resolving conflicts.